Colleen: "I met with the tutor [Kirk] today. He is amazing. I highly recommend him to any student struggling with statistics. This information not only makes sense now, but I am also jazzed about learning it. He started by disproving that I have a learning disability, built up my confidence, and then taught the information with absolute clarity."

Bertha: "You're expensive, but worth it." (Parent).

Lauren: "Thanks again for everything. You are a fantastic tutor!"

Megan: "Hey Kirk! I just wanted to say thank you for your help with math the beginning of this last semester. With your help I was able to gain back my math confidence! I ended up with a 97% in my math 116 class, pretty awesome considering I got an F last time."

Jillian: "If I hadn't had you, I definitely would not have passed! I wish that you could have tutored me from the start! I feel like that we’ll be spending lots of time together though when I'm taking stats!"

Education

Western Washington University
Economics

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Tutor’s lessons: In-person

Hourly rate: $65

Rate details: All appointments start at scheduled time. Please show up on time!
$25 charge for missed appointments. Please show up for your appointment!
Group Tutoring: Add $20 an hour per additional person.

Schedule

Subjects

Corporate Training

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU).
At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques.
I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.

Homeschool

Algebra 1

This class develops skills that are used in subjects as diverse as trigonometry, calculus and statistics. Most students breeze through the early material but then hit the wall when it comes to factoring. Unfortunately, factoring is the crucial skill that students must learn in algebra.
The good news is that I have developed a proprietary system for factoring that will make factoring one of your favorite things to do. Instead of fearing factoring, you will come to love it as I do!

Algebra 2

Subject matter covered in this class includes matrices, radicals, logarithms, domain, absolute value and systems of equations. In addition, graphing becomes more extensive and complicated.
My methods for teaching these subjects are unique and based on my experience tutoring thousands of students over a six-year time period. If you are looking for an easier way to learn algebra, then contact me. You will be happy that you did.

Calculus

Calculus is known as a "major changer." What this means is that many students end up changing their major when they hit calculus. Do not be one of the 50% who fails calculus I.
I can get you through this class with a minimum of pain. Let me translate all of the abstract symbols, formulas and definitions into plain English. I also have many handouts that help you get through some of the tougher spots.
Please don't wait until you have failed a test or two to get help. Contact me early and reduce your stress and increase your scores.

Precalculus

I take a sophisticated approach to teaching the material in this class. I show students the connection between precalculus and calculus. I like to bring students up to speed on many calculus concepts while they are in precalculus.
For instance, I teach students about limits and the difference quotient which are both covered in the first few weeks of calculus. In addition, I will introduce them to the first derivative so that they are not overwhelmed in calculus I.

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU).
At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques.
I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.

Math

Algebra 1

This class develops skills that are used in subjects as diverse as trigonometry, calculus and statistics. Most students breeze through the early material but then hit the wall when it comes to factoring. Unfortunately, factoring is the crucial skill that students must learn in algebra.
The good news is that I have developed a proprietary system for factoring that will make factoring one of your favorite things to do. Instead of fearing factoring, you will come to love it as I do!

Algebra 2

Subject matter covered in this class includes matrices, radicals, logarithms, domain, absolute value and systems of equations. In addition, graphing becomes more extensive and complicated.
My methods for teaching these subjects are unique and based on my experience tutoring thousands of students over a six-year time period. If you are looking for an easier way to learn algebra, then contact me. You will be happy that you did.

Calculus

Calculus is known as a "major changer." What this means is that many students end up changing their major when they hit calculus. Do not be one of the 50% who fails calculus I.
I can get you through this class with a minimum of pain. Let me translate all of the abstract symbols, formulas and definitions into plain English. I also have many handouts that help you get through some of the tougher spots.
Please don't wait until you have failed a test or two to get help. Contact me early and reduce your stress and increase your scores.

Precalculus

I take a sophisticated approach to teaching the material in this class. I show students the connection between precalculus and calculus. I like to bring students up to speed on many calculus concepts while they are in precalculus.
For instance, I teach students about limits and the difference quotient which are both covered in the first few weeks of calculus. In addition, I will introduce them to the first derivative so that they are not overwhelmed in calculus I.

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU).
At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques.
I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.

Trigonometry

If you did well in geometry, then you will do well in trigonometry. However, if you did not, then trig will literally have you going in circles. Speaking of circles, one of the first things I do is to teach my students how to draw the unit circle. Being able to easily draw the unit cicle is a big stress reducer!
I also have unique ways of remembering the dozens of formulas that trig uses. Lastly, I have a special graphing technique that will make graphing trig functions super easy.

Most Popular

Algebra 1

This class develops skills that are used in subjects as diverse as trigonometry, calculus and statistics. Most students breeze through the early material but then hit the wall when it comes to factoring. Unfortunately, factoring is the crucial skill that students must learn in algebra.
The good news is that I have developed a proprietary system for factoring that will make factoring one of your favorite things to do. Instead of fearing factoring, you will come to love it as I do!

Algebra 2

Subject matter covered in this class includes matrices, radicals, logarithms, domain, absolute value and systems of equations. In addition, graphing becomes more extensive and complicated.
My methods for teaching these subjects are unique and based on my experience tutoring thousands of students over a six-year time period. If you are looking for an easier way to learn algebra, then contact me. You will be happy that you did.

Calculus

Calculus is known as a "major changer." What this means is that many students end up changing their major when they hit calculus. Do not be one of the 50% who fails calculus I.
I can get you through this class with a minimum of pain. Let me translate all of the abstract symbols, formulas and definitions into plain English. I also have many handouts that help you get through some of the tougher spots.
Please don't wait until you have failed a test or two to get help. Contact me early and reduce your stress and increase your scores.

Precalculus

I take a sophisticated approach to teaching the material in this class. I show students the connection between precalculus and calculus. I like to bring students up to speed on many calculus concepts while they are in precalculus.
For instance, I teach students about limits and the difference quotient which are both covered in the first few weeks of calculus. In addition, I will introduce them to the first derivative so that they are not overwhelmed in calculus I.

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU).
At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques.
I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.

Summer

Algebra 1

This class develops skills that are used in subjects as diverse as trigonometry, calculus and statistics. Most students breeze through the early material but then hit the wall when it comes to factoring. Unfortunately, factoring is the crucial skill that students must learn in algebra.
The good news is that I have developed a proprietary system for factoring that will make factoring one of your favorite things to do. Instead of fearing factoring, you will come to love it as I do!

Algebra 2

Subject matter covered in this class includes matrices, radicals, logarithms, domain, absolute value and systems of equations. In addition, graphing becomes more extensive and complicated.
My methods for teaching these subjects are unique and based on my experience tutoring thousands of students over a six-year time period. If you are looking for an easier way to learn algebra, then contact me. You will be happy that you did.

Calculus

Calculus is known as a "major changer." What this means is that many students end up changing their major when they hit calculus. Do not be one of the 50% who fails calculus I.
I can get you through this class with a minimum of pain. Let me translate all of the abstract symbols, formulas and definitions into plain English. I also have many handouts that help you get through some of the tougher spots.
Please don't wait until you have failed a test or two to get help. Contact me early and reduce your stress and increase your scores.

Statistics

I have tutored hundreds of students from across the United States in introductory statistics. This includes all of the schools in the San Diego area as well as East Coast schools such as Cornell and New York University (NYU).
At our first session, I will start with several handouts that translate all of the Greek letters and abstract symbols into plain English. After that, I will use my 20 other handouts to create templates for you to follow. In addition, I will teach you how to remember important information using proven memory techniques.
I will also share with you a unique way to remember how to use your graphing calculator to easily solve challenging problems. Working together, I'm confident I can get you through statistics.

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Statistics Savior

The first thing I want to do is publicly thank Kirk for being the most incredible tutor on the planet. If it wasn't for you I wouldn't be getting an A in statistics! You truly do have a gift of teaching Statistics. You have taken a subject that is so abstract and challenging to comprehend, and break it down in to concepts I can understand and apply to every day life.
Kirk is the most organized and dedicated tutor. From day one he came prepared with handouts on material that will be taught in class. Kirk knows the curriculum, so the material he showed me would later be taught in class and I would already have had exposure to it. Kirk has so much knowledge on the subject that he knows the order in which the class will be taught; chapter by chapter, Kirk will have you prepared for every class and every exam.
Kirks notes are color coded (blue, green, red and black). He will walk you through a problem step by step and assign the colors accordingly, so when you get home and review his notes they will all be so easy to understand. He not only makes things easy to understand but when the session is over you are able to do problems on your own with ease.
Kirk is willing to go the extra mile for you if you are dedicated and show that you are willing to put in the work. He can't take the class for you, but if you show enough effort and are willing to take some direction, the pay off you will receive is so worth it.
Kirk has been tutoring for a very long time, and he has built a system that works.every.single.time. If you follow SIMPLE instructions and listen to him, you will be guaranteed an A in any class he is tutoring you in.
Since this statistics class I haven't taken math in over 11 years. I was so worried that I wouldn't even be able to get a C in the class. I have met with Kirk 2 times a week the last 16 weeks. Since my grade in the class is so high, I have been excused from taking the final. My last 4 exam scores were all A's. My teacher told me I didn't have to take the final. I am beyond grateful for Kirk. He is a wonderful tutor and person. If you chose him as your tutor you will not regret it!!!

Laura, 30 lessons with Kirk

Helpful and patient tutor

Kirk is very pleasant and knowledgeable. He broke the subject down into terms I could understand. He is patient and thorough. I look forward to meeting with him again.

Lindsey, 1 lesson with Kirk

Kirk is a great teacher!

Kirk went through several helpful handouts that make things much easier for me to understand. He is a professional and made me feel confident that I can pass my statistics class.

Blanca, 8 lessons with Kirk

Excellent Tutor!

I reached out to Kirk for my daughter who was taking a 3 1/2 week winter intersession statistics class, which she needed to pass for her transfer from community. Given the short timeframe of the course, there was no room for error. After reading so many great reviews for Kirk, I decided to reach out to him for help. He responded immediately and has really been terrific. He was very accommodating, flexible and ready to meet with my daughter according to her tight schedule- the class was 3 hours each day. He made himself accessible and there were no issues at all with scheduling- which was great. He also kept me posted on what they went through and how she was doing. From my daughter's perspective, Kirk really cared about her doing well in the class and understanding the material. She felt he was excellent at teaching, and knew exactly what she needed to learn for the course. He would review the previous lesson, going through any of her questions- thoroughly explaining as needed. He would then prepare her for the next lesson. Her first test score was 75, which is when we contacted Kirk. After tutoring with Kirk, she got a 94 and a 100 on the tests, and bottom line- she received an A in the course. Obviously, she had to put in the time, effort and hard work- but with Kirk working with her, it was a great team effort! I would highly recommend Kirk as he is a gem- and a fantastic tutor!

Mary Ann, 6 lessons with Kirk

Extremely skilled and effective tutor

I came to Kirk desperately needing help in Calculus and he exceeded my expectations. He explains things very clear and spent time making sure that I understood every detail. He is very flexible with his schedule and will do what he can to fit you in. Kirk helped me become confident in Calc (which I never though would happen) and also helped me believe in myself! I was able to raise my grade from a C to an A in a span of 3 weeks with his help. I can’t recommend him enough. No matter how lost you are in the subject, Kirk will help you become very comfortable.

Sophie, 8 lessons with Kirk

Amazing!

My son has tutored with Kirk for a couple of months and each time I ask him how the session went he says great. He leaves there each time with a better understanding of the the concepts and better prepared for his stats class. The night before the final Kirk did a last minute mini-marathon study session going over all the sample exam questions. They spent 4 hours late into the evening prepping. I am confident with Kirk’s help he will do well on his exam. He is an amazing tutor. I would highly recommend!

Pam, 9 lessons with Kirk

very great and patient teacher

Kirk has a very organized and helpful way of teaching and also gives a very helpful handouts, and he is a very patient teacher, i would really recommend to everyone to take a lesson with him.

Mo, 24 lessons with Kirk

Extremely Skillful, Patient

My son raves about Kirk and needs him desperately for his Statistics class. Kirk is extremely knowledgeable and patient and has the perfect tutoring skills to assist my son in gaining a general understanding of the course. Thank you, Kirk!

joan, 10 lessons with Kirk

Extremely Helpful Tutor

Kirk was a great help with Statistics! He was able to make complex concepts simpler and much more comprehensible. I look forward to his help with the upcoming concepts. Highly recommend him to anyone working on the subject.

Richa, 12 lessons with Kirk

Very patient and knows what he’s doing

Me and my friend were preparing for the exam and Kirk really helped us to review the exam. Materials were very helpful.